Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
dinizii
ID:
1242285

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Ducke) D.A.Neill, G.P.Lewis & Klitg.

Source:
tro

Year:
1999

Citation Micro:
Monogr. Syst. Bot. Missouri Bot. Gard.75: 956 (1999)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001241623



Common Names

  • Diniz's Zygia
  • Zygia Dinizii
  • Diniz's Tree


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Description

Zygia dinizii (also called Diniz's Zygia, among many other common names) is a shrub native to tropical Africa. It has long, thin leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in dry, open areas, such as savannas and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Zygia dinizii is used as an ornamental plant, as it has attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used as a windbreak and for soil stabilization.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Zygia dinizii has yellow flowers that are star-shaped and have five petals. Its seeds are small and round, and the seedlings have long, thin stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Zygia dinizii is a shrub species that can be propagated by cuttings. It prefers full sun and can be cultivated in a pot or in the ground. It is best to keep the soil moist but not soggy and to fertilize it regularly.

Where to Find Zygia dinizii

Zygia dinizii can be found in South America, in the countries of Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Venezuela.

Zygia dinizii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Zygia dinizii?

Zygia dinizii

What are the common names for Zygia dinizii?

Brazilian Ironwood, Diniz's Ironwood

What is the natural habitat of Zygia dinizii?

It is native to tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests in Brazil

Species in the Zygia genus

Zygia peckii, Zygia longifolia, Zygia latifolia, Zygia cauliflora, Zygia cognata, Zygia conzattii, Zygia andaquiensis, Zygia bifoliola, Zygia brenesii, Zygia cataractae, Zygia coccinea, Zygia cupirensis, Zygia englesingii, Zygia hernandezii, Zygia juruana, Zygia macbridei, Zygia megistocarpa, Zygia palmana, Zygia paucijugata, Zygia picramnioides, Zygia selloi, Zygia trunciflora, Zygia confusa, Zygia guinetii, Zygia obolingoides, Zygia odoratissima, Zygia vasquezii, Zygia dissitiflora, Zygia heteroneura, Zygia multipunctata, Zygia bangii, Zygia rubiginosa, Zygia macbridii, Zygia inaequalis, Zygia rhytidocarpa, Zygia morongii, Zygia ampla, Zygia turneri, Zygia garcia-barrigae, Zygia biblora, Zygia unifoliolata, Zygia pithecolobioides, Zygia codonocalyx, Zygia biflora, Zygia engelsingii, Zygia nubigena, Zygia lehmannii, Zygia pilosula, Zygia basijuga, Zygia cuspidata,

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Adolpho Ducke (1876-1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ducke' in the authors string.
David Neill (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.A.Neill' in the authors string.
Gwilym Peter Lewis (b.1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.P.Lewis' in the authors string.
Bente Bang Klitgaard (b.1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Klitg.' in the authors string.